The children have been experimenting with mark making in the clay area today using a variety of interesting materials, and demonstrated fabulous letter recognition while investigating the resources. Some children created their own namesβ¦
Other children enjoyed copying the letters themselves using the clay toolsβ¦
Some children recognised familiar letters from their friends and families namesβ¦
βHow do I make Mummy? I need an Mβ
The children had lots of fun exploring the different sounds the letters make, and learning how they work together to create new and fun words.
βwhat does this say?β
βlots of words!β
βE for elephant.β
βno thatβs an eβ
βNo itβs a big letter so itβs E! A big Β capital Eβ
The children have shown wonderful creativity while developing their literacy skills at the clay table, and most importantly had lots of fun doing it. They have even suggested we try shapes next time!
Article 29 – I have the right to an education that develops my personality.